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Coffee Break: resurrected music

The song, "Running Up That Hill," from Kate Bush's 1985 "Hounds of Love" album, experienced a new life in 2022 after its inclusion on the Netflix program "Stranger Things," going to No. 1 in eight countries and to No. 3 in the U.S. that year.
The song, "Running Up That Hill," from Kate Bush's 1985 "Hounds of Love" album, experienced a new life in 2022 after its inclusion on the Netflix program "Stranger Things," going to No. 1 in eight countries and to No. 3 in the U.S. that year.EMI

by Jill Riley

March 29, 2024

Sunday is Easter, an important celebration in Christianity that commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Outside theological discussions, Easter falls during springtime, a time of year that is associated with rebirth and new life.

In the realm of music, we have seen — particularly in recent years — the way many songs have been resurrected as a result of an internet meme; through placement in popular movies, TV and streaming programs; or even use in advertising. And of course, there have been artists we once considered inactive who have surprised us all with a brand-new album after several dormant years. Whatever the cause, a sudden surge in popularity has frequently given new life to older music — and has even relaunched entire careers.

So for today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs that have been brought back to life do you want to hear?


Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.

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Songs Played
Metallica – Master of Puppets
Bob Dylan – Love Sick
Johnny Cash – Hurt
The Stooges – I Wanna Be Your Dog
Run DMC – Walk This Way